Lokayukta A Lokayukta is empowered to investigate complaints relating to the actions of public officials as provided under the Maharashtra Lokayukta and Upa-Lokayuktas Act, 1971. Lokayukta is the institution functioning at State Level. The State of Maharashtra was the first State in India that setup the orgnaization of Lokayukta through the Maharashtra Lokayukta and Upa-Lokayuktas […]
Ombudsman Meaning The term Ombudsman is originated from the Swedish word having meaning “a grievance person”. According to the Oxford Dictionary meaning of word Ombudsman is people’s defender. Nature An Ombudsman is an independent authority appointed to investigate complaints against public authorities and to ensure accountability in administration. Concept The concept of an ombudsman system
Administrative Tribunal and its Characteristics The Constitution (42nd Amendment) Act, 1976 made a provision for Article 323A and 323B authorizing the Parliament to constitute Administrative Tribunals for settlement of disputes and adjudicating matters. Every tribunal derives its existence by the Legislations and not by the Government. Under Article 136 of the Constitution of India, the